Mid-Sr Level Litigation Associate (Cyber Liability)

DWF Law LLP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing programs

Professional development seminars

Wellness allowance

Flexible health and dental coverage

Long term disability insurance

Flexible work arrangement options

Job summary

DWF Law LLP in Calgary is seeking a talented Mid-Senior Level Litigation Associate with a focus on civil litigation and insurance coverage matters to join our Alberta team.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years post-call experience, can work with senior counsel on complex matters, and will contribute to business development, mentoring junior lawyers, and meeting billable targets while upholding a collaborative, professional culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally in insurance coverage matters.
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organization and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Providing coverage advice on policy interpretation and draft coverage opinions.
• Supporting senior counsel on complex matters.
• Business development and professional profile enhancement.
• Mentorship of junior lawyers
• Meeting billable and non-billable targets
• People/team leadership, mentorship and management

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance law

Coverage matters

Policy interpretation

Education

Law degree

Job description

Why join us?

Join us at DWF!

We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Senior Level Litigation Associate to join our growing Alberta team.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of post-call civil litigation experience, preferably in the insurance area, and specifically with experience in handling coverage matters. Cyber liability experience is an asset. The successful candidate will work with experienced and respected senior counsel on insurance coverage matters. An existing client base is not required. We offer attractive performance-based remuneration opportunities, and flexible and innovative work arrangements where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Providing coverage advice on policy interpretation and draft coverage opinions in relation to a variety of insurance policies across numerous industry sectors


• Supporting senior counsel on complex matters


• Business development and professional profile enhancement


• Mentorship of junior lawyers


• Meeting billable and non-billable targets


• People/team leadership, mentorship and management

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Legally entitled to practice law in Canada


• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta


• At least 5 years of civil litigation experience


• Excellent English oral and written skills and communication ability


• Strong organization and teamwork skills


• Ability to multi-task and manage a busy practice alongside Legal Assistants and Clerks

What we offer

Benefits & Perks:

• Opportunities to participate in a variety of health & wellbeing related activities and programs;


• Monthly in-house professional development seminars;


• A wellness allowance for fitness expenses;


• Flexible health and dental coverage;


• Long term disability insurance;


• Flexible work arrangement options;

Diversity & Inclusivity:

DWF recognizes that respect for the dignity and worth of everyone who works at the Firm is the foundation of harmonious and productive working relationships. We commit to providing a professional atmosphere which promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices. All prospective, current, and former employees will be treated fairly and equally regardless of race, age, colour, gender, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental ability, or sexual orientation.

About us

DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a successful global law firm with a strong focus on litigation, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, and Montreal. Our team remains a Canadian industry leader in insurance, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution services. As part of our commitment to meeting client needs in a global market, and with an eye toward continued growth, WT fully integrated under the DWF Group in 2025.

The DWF Group is a leading provider of integrated legal and business services, with approximately 4,000 employees and offices and associations around the world. DWF delivers solutions that combine traditional legal services with modern legal operations and business services designed for today’s companies and the evolving challenges and opportunities they face.

Our firm has national and global presence and clients, but we strive to maintain the positive aspects of a small firm environment. We believe that our team works best in a collegial atmosphere in which all team members are empowered to build their careers, mentored and supported in their practice and encouraged to make a positive contribution to the firm and the community. DWF is extremely proud of its work environment, and its professional development and mentorship programs. We support our professionals as they grow their careers in their areas of interest.

Background and Reference Checks

Offers of employment may be conditional upon reference checks, criminal record checks, and educational verification.